Wesleyan University Researchers Jamison and Colleagues Conducted a Study to Explore

question 22

Multiple Choice

Wesleyan University researchers Jamison and colleagues conducted a study to explore the negative stereotypes of collegiate athletes as "dumb jocks." In their study,the researchers found ________________.

• A)a correlation between collegiate athletes exposure to the negative stereotypes,the better they performed on an intelligence test
• B)negative stereotypes in higher education may contribute to collegiate student athletes underperforming in academics
• C)collegiate student athletes performed better in the classroom if they were made aware of the impact of negative stereotypes
• D)professors often excuse absences by collegiate student athletes who miss class due to attending practices

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Definitions:

Polygraph

A machine designed to detect lies by measuring physiological responses such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and skin conductivity while the subject answers questions.

Higher Cognitive Processes

Describes complex mental activities such as reasoning, problem-solving, and planning, which involve the manipulation of information in an abstract way.

Shame

A painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior.

Guilt

A cognitive or emotional state resulting from the recognition that one has caused harm or violated a moral standard.